Championing sustainable UK-produced biofuels, the NFU (National Farmer’s Union) has taken delivery of a new low-emissions Peugeot 308, just weeks before the Government announces its commitment to the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation targets.

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The 308 has a NFU livery to show its connection with agriculture.  Emblazoned with the words ‘Powered by British Biofuel’, it will be driven around the country on business by NFU chief renewable energy adviser Jonathan Scurlock.

“It is vital that we highlight the sustainability of biofuels produced in the UK, and their contribution to energy security and tackling climate change,” said Dr Scurlock.  “Biofuels can be made from a wide variety of plant material such as vegetable oils, wheat and sugar beet, and can greatly reduce carbon emissions while meeting practicable environmental standards of production. By producing clean and secure sources of renewable energy, including biofuels, farmers and growers are already playing an important role in mitigating climate change, while at the same time ensuring UK food security by providing fresh, quality produce.”

The NFU’s new five-door Peugeot 308 S HDi 90 is a low-emissions diesel option. This model complies already with the future EU target of 120g CO2/km, and by doing so falls into the lowest company car tax band from April 2008, and qualifies for only £35/year vehicle excise duty – making it a sound choice on both economic as well as environmental grounds.
Simon McBride